Desert Light Foundation

The Desert Light Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that provides access, engagement, and mentoring in photography to our students, supporting their well-being and equipping them for future opportunities.

It's not ok to stay away.

It's Not OK to Be Away is an initiative building a school and community approach to the issue of student attendance. The initiative is designed to change community and student attitudes to school attendance.

Starting School

When can my child start school? See the table following:

School Details

Southwell Primary School

26 Grandpre Crescent
Hamilton Hill 6163

Telephone: (08) 9236 9400

Email: southwell.ps@education.wa.edu.au

School Hours

8:40am - 2:50pm Monday to Friday

Recess: 10.50am - 11:20am

Lunch: 1:20pm - 1:50pm

Event Calendar

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Acknowledgement of Country

We would like to acknowledge the Noongar people who are the Traditional Custodians of this land. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders past and present of the Noongar nation and extend that respect to other Indigenous Australians who are or may be present.